YAMAHA r15

yamaha YZF-R15




Much awaited Yamaha's YZF - R15, a 150 cc sports bike is finally out on Indian roads. The bike today announced by Yamaha Motor Pvt. Ltd. contains true Yamaha Racing DNA. The bike, Super Sports Yamaha R15 is expected to set all new standards in design and performance in bike Industry of India.




Machine, ie. the bike has technology percolated from R1. This new bike YZF - R15 has many firsts to its credit on Indian road including first liquid cooled engine, 4 valve fuel injected engine etc. The YZF R15 is powered by 149.8cc Fuel Injected liquid cooled engine producing 17bhp with maximum torque of 15 Nm at 7500rpm; which makes it like the most powerful bike under 200cc range. Yamaha YZF R-15 boasts 6 speed gearbox with optimized gear shift ratio so expect a smoother ride.
The bike will be priced at Rs 97,425 ex-showroom (All India).

The bike was recently showcased on Race Track on Chennai. Bike was impressive and attractive. We will now talk about various aspects of the bike one by one.



Looks and Design

If you are not a bike enthusiast but still have some interest in bikes even then you will Yamaha YZF R15. And if you happen to be a person who is little aware about bikes around the world then you sure know that we have a DNA of Yamaha YZF- R1 on Indian roads. The bike is directly derived.. rather say inspired from R1. Just to add here, Yamaha YZF R1 is globally acclaimed Yamaha bike and has a fair respect around the world. So Yamaha, by introducing / developing a bike derived from R1 is like giving Indians what they want. Indian bike market is still in initial stage. So giving R15 is like giving taste of international standards and styling to Indians but on the cost which is in their reach. When I say that design is inspired from R1 then there is really nothing much left to say as we know about the success and design of R1 very well, however, in layman's language, bike has stunning looks. Company says that they have a "R" characteristic in their design which is adopted in R15 too.From company's website explaining about their R factor : "“Harmony between rider and machine.” YAMAHA's Human Technology involves studying the form of the motorcycle actually in motion with the rider on it. The R series is the embodiment of
1) a wide frontal space that protects the rider,
2) an easy to ride seating area that gives riders the freedom of movement and allows them to steer effectively,
3) the glamorous tail treatment that takes into account the management of airflow behind the rider, and
4) a sensual racing form that brings all 3 of these elements together in a harmonious package. "

Starting from the headlamp, the R15 dual sharp head lamps clearly reflect the yamaha R1 in it. However, it still manages to distinguish easily from R1.

yamaha R15 Headlamp

Yamaha R1 Headlamp

So you may see that right from the beginning they had R1 DNA in their mind. However the R15 is not scaled down version of R1 and it is clearly distinguished from R1. The R15 has more practical design as per Indian perspective. They made sure that bike looks international as well usable in India perspective too. The bike has some good details, however they adopted it to be more curvy than having sharp design of R1. Side cowl ar impressively designed to cover small engine (150 cc) of R15 and nicely placed. However, engine would have looked even better if it was body colored or black.

The bike sports digital console and speedometer. Tyres are tubeless.




Riding position is all sporty. One would feel sporty the moment you take seat on bike. As hot now a days, the bike sports split rear grab rail. Looks cool. However, real side indicators could have been more sporty. They just look so basic and give little feel of out of theme. May be because of little simple back of R15 as compared to its front. But overall, it makes decent impression.

Engine

The Yamaha YZF R15 is powered by 149.8cc Fuel Injected liquid cooled engine producing 17bhp with maximum torque of 15 Nm at 7500rpm. So consider it as return of evil that we had once saw many years back in Yamaha's bike and for which Yamaha was famous in India. I still see that people rework on old Yamaha bike and use them even they are out of production because they remember and like that power image of Yamaha.

R15's engine is liquid cool, its first in India in bikes. The technology is widely used in four wheelers etc but its hardly their in bikes of this niche. Being a liquid cool engine, it ensure better engine performance even on power ride and on long ride. So bike has a small radiator in it. Moreover, being liquid cooled, it also helps in reducing engine noise so deliver even smoother ride.Also, Yamaha has implemented new DiASil Technology which makes engine more efficient in power handling. DiASil Cylinders are all-aluminum cylinders made by YAMAHA’s proprietary aluminum die casting technology. An aluminum alloy with 20% silicon content is used to create a very hard, reliable cylinder surface, making conventional iron sleeves obsolete. As a result, the entire cylinder can be made of aluminum, a better conductor of heat, which means the cylinder delivers better heat dissipation and less weight. (Aluminum’s heat conductivity is 3.1 times that of iron.)

And the piston used in R15 are made in a forging process, its a Yamaha's own proprietary "Controlled Forging" which makes piston lighter and thinner yet more usable.

Engine uses Fuel injecting technology with 3 ltr air duct and providing improved combustion ability hence efficiency.

Overall, engine is power packed and highly optimized. Surely gonna make you rock.


Chassis and Suspension

YZF-R15 is equipped with a linked type monocross suspension that delivers a comfortable ride and a cushioning performance that is less prone to bottoming out. In particular, it reduces annoying “sinking” when riding tandem. And the Chassis is derived from their experience of MotoGP and they call it Delta box frame. Company describes it as :
" This type of frame is currently used in YAMAHA’s R series of sport models. The engine is mounted on rigid supports; one on the head side and two on the case side; so that the engine itself becomes a structural member contributing to body strength and rigidity. The engine’s low vibration makes rigid supports possible, ensuring low vibrations and excellent balance of rigidity."


Mileage

As a performance bike, do not expect a decent mileage, being a 150 cc bike , only expect 35kmpl to 45kmpl of mileage.

In the Last

It looks like real performer from Yamaha after a very long period and surely it will going to revive their performance image in Indian market which they lost a while ago. By launching R15 in India, Yamaha gave Indian a glimpse of the international standards on Indian price. However, priced little heavily otherwise their no other cons of this bike which I could find. Riding comfort, engine responsiveness as well whole layout is neat and attractive.

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You’ve got to be good to ride around with Rossi, The Doctor, number 46 and World Champion graphics, but the technology helps you all the way. There’s liquid-cooling, a 6-speed gearbox, proper clutch, large diameter disc brakes, supersports tyres and a twin spar frame - big bike specs for a genuine big bike sensation. Can you take the excitement?

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Yamaha YZF R1Published by karthi June 22nd, 2007 in Auto Knowledge Section.
R1’s tech:
Atleast Yamaha has now finalized to bring dozens of YZF R1 and MT01. Yamaha’s YZF R1 and YZF R6 are popular superbike and supersport bikes. Yamaha introduced the first R1 in 1998 and since its introduction; the YZF R1 has consistently exceeded the expectations of supersport riders all over the world in one litre category. Yamaha rolled out the fifth generation YZF R1 in October 2006.
Yamaha have always placed great emphasis on the importance of the man-machine relationship, and with this as Yamaha’s guiding principle, it has developed a new fifth-generation R1 which showcases a whole range of advanced new technology. Now as most of the focus in the superbike development has on computer control, Yamaha is at the forefront of this exciting new technology. But these technologies never diluted the bike enthusiast aspiration; Yamaha’s ‘Art of Engineering’ is all about to enhance the man-machine relationship, which ultimately makes a motorcycle so different from any other form of transport. Here’s some information on these exciting technologies.
G.E.N.I.C.H. is by how Yamaha calls the complete R1 technologies. G.E.N.I.C.H. [Jenik] stands for Genesis in Electronic engineering aimed at New, Innovative Control technology based on Human sensibilities. Yamaha’s G.E.N.I.C.H. technology is an advanced concept which involves the application of cutting-edge electronic control technology in order to realise the dual goals of achieving increased performance and enhancing the riding experience. G.E.N.I.C.H. [Jenik] stands for Genesis in Electronic engineering aimed at New, Innovative Control technology based on Human sensibilities.

Slipper clutches are specialized clutches developed for racing motorcycles to mitigate the effects of engine braking when riders decelerate as they enter corners. They are designed to partially disengage or “slip” when the rear wheel tries to drive the engine faster than it would normally. The engine braking forces in conventional clutches will normally be transmitted back along the drive chain causing the rear wheel to hop, chatter or lose traction. This is especially noted on larger displacement four-stroke engines, which have greater engine braking than their two-stroke or smaller displacement counterparts. Slipper clutches eliminate this extra loading on the rear suspension giving riders a more predictable ride and minimize the risk of over-revving the engine during downshifts. Slipper clutches can also prevent a catastrophic rear wheel lockup in case of engine seizure or transmission failure. Generally, the amount of force needed to disengage the clutch is adjustable to suit the application.
Yamaha Chip Controlled Throttle (YCC-T) YCC-T stands for Yamaha Chip Controlled Throttle is claimed to achieve outstanding response across the rev range. The ECU unit records the rider’s throttle position and calculates the optimal throttle valve opening, operating the throttle valve by an electric motor drive; one feature of the system is that it actively initiates control of the volume of intake air. In particular, optimizing the drive torque curve and intake airflow speed by controlling the opening degree of the throttle valve helps achieve a smoother, throttle response for YZF R1 riders.
New YCC-I (Yamaha Chip Controlled Intake)
The latest and most innovative product of the Yamaha G.E.N.I.C.H. engineering concept is YCC-I, which makes its debut on the 2007 YZF-R1, and is the first-ever electronically-controlled motor-driven variable intake on a production motorcycle. The intake passage length on an engine is designed to ensure the highest volumetric efficiency in the most commonly used rpm band for that particular powerplant. Generally speaking, a long intake passage and funnel tends to deliver stronger low to mid-range performance, and conversely a shorter intake passage and funnel is typically better for high rpm applications.
During the intake process on any four-stroke engine, the downwards motion of the piston creates negative pressure in the intake passage, which causes a pressure difference with the air and its natural inertia. This pressure difference causes a reverse reaction in the direction of the intake valve in a function known as ‘inertial charging’, and this phenomenon increases the engine’s volumetric efficiency.
The shorter intake design produces a faster beat to the pressure wave which optimises volumetric efficiency, while a longer intake leads to a slower pressure wave beat. Yamaha’s designers have succeeded in creating YCC-I, a unique new electronically-controlled intake system which ensures optimum performance at both low and high engine speeds. The YCC-I system features electronically-controlled variable intake funnels, and is the first electronically-controlled motor-drive system ever used on a production motorcycle. This unique system features four lightweight plastic resin funnels which are divided into an upper and a lower section, and while fully connected, the two sections create a funnel of 140mm in length. However, when the new R1 engine reaches a specific rpm – and the throttle opening also exceeds a certain level – the upper and lower funnels separate to create a shorter intake funnel of 65mm in length. The pre-programmed separation of all intake four funnels is simultaneous, and is driven by an electronically-controlled servo motor.
In effect, the new R1 engine is a true ‘no compromise’ design which is able to deliver highly efficient performance in a wide range of riding conditions. Riding around town at lower rpm, the 998cc engine is operating with its long 140mm intakes, which give strong torque and excellent throttle response. And once the rider increases the engine speed and throttle opening on fast highways or when circuit riding, the intake length is instantaneously reduced to 65mm, allowing the engine to reach its full potential. Another advantage of the new YCC-I system is that its structure is minimal and simple, giving optimal reliability combined with low weight.
Combustion chamber with 4-valve head design
Yamaha’s engineers have focused on air intake volume control and intake efficiency as the key areas in the development of the new R1 engine. The adoption of YCC-I and YCC-T are complemented by the introduction of an all-new cylinder head which is designed to work in close harmony with the new G.E.N.I.C.H. technologies in order to achieve our goal of increased performance at all engine speeds. The use of YCC-I and YCC-T have transformed the operation of the new generation engine, and in order to maximise the gains offered by this new technology, the cylinder head design has been completely revamped. In order to complement the new electronic intake and throttle control technologies, virtually every aspect of the 2007 cylinder head layout is new. The R1’s reshaped combustion chamber runs with a higher compression ratio of 12.7:1, and the valve angle has been revised to 24 degrees – the same angle that is used on the 2006 R6. For 2007 the R1 utilises an all-new four-valve cylinder head design developed from the advanced technology seen on our Rossi’s YZR-M1 MotoGP race bike, and features two 31mm diameter intake valves, and two 25mm exhaust valves.
The two intake valves are manufactured from titanium for reduced reciprocating weight, which promotes the increased intake valve lift featured on the 2007 engine. And to ensure efficient high-rpm operation, the R1 runs with lightweight VX alloy valve springs which are designed to handle continuous high-load riding conditions.
These changes to the cylinder head design maximise the benefits of the new YCC-I and YCC-T by ensuring greater air intake volume at all engine speeds. The result is extremely high levels of combustion efficiency which contribute greatly to the new engine’s stronger and more linear performance throughout its wide operating range.
Midship muffler and EXUP: To ensure excellent exhaust efficiency, concentration of mass, and aerodynamic characteristics, this model adopts a midship muffler. The design aims to make use of the space behind engine resulting from the shorter front-aft length of the new engine and the long rear arm. It also gives the machine a striking appearance.
EXUP is adopted to control exhaust pulsation in the exhaust chamber and improve air intake/exhaust efficiency. One EXUP valve is placed at the point where the four exhaust pipes merge to make for a more compact design. The EXUP body is made of lightweight titanium.
3-way catalyser with oxygen sensor
A new 3-way catalyser with oxygen sensor not only reduces emissions, it also helps to achieve excellent fuel economy. The new system features platinum and rhodium elements in a honeycomb-shaped catalyser. The system’s efficiency is further improved by the addition of an oxygen sensor which feeds information to the ECU, which can instantaneously adjust fuel supply to ensure optimum combustion efficiency for improved performance and cleaner emissions.
Engine highlights:
*Short-stroke 998cc DOHC, 16-valve, liquid-cooled inline four- cylinder engine produces more tractable power than ever.
*Yamaha Chip Control Throttle controls a 32-bit ECU fuel injection system for super-responsive, smooth, instantaneous power delivery.
*Yamaha Chip Control Intake electronically adjusts intake funnel length between either 65 or 140mm for an amazingly broad, smooth powerband.
*Two-piece ergonomically designed fuel tank carries fuel in the rear section, for good centralization of mass, while the front half contains a Ram-Air-fed airbox for increased power.
*Lay-down design cylinder head optimizes weight distribution, straightens intake tracts for improved cylinder filling, and allows frame to pass over instead of around the engine for great strength and a narrow chassis.
*Closed-deck cylinder block increases strength and allows a narrow engine in spite of big, 77mm bores.
*Narrow-angle four-valve combustion chambers produce a highly efficient 12.7:1 compression ratio; 31mm titanium intake valves and 25mm exhausts controlled by new, high-lift cams flow plenty of air.
*Light and strong nutless connecting rods with fractured big ends produce a quick-revving engine with excellent high-rpm durability.
*High silicon-content ceramic-composite cylinder sleeves ensure great heat dissipation for consistent power delivery and reduced friction.
*Close-ratio six-speed gearbox with triangulated shaft layout for great strength, compactness, and quicker acceleration.
*Ramp-type slipper clutch makes braking from speed into tight corners while downshifting smoother and therefore faster.
*Redesigned titanium underseat exhaust system (with stainless steel midpipe and catalyst) provides excellent cornering clearance and a broad, seamless powerband.
*13-percent greater radiator capacity and an aluminum liquid-cooled oil cooler maintain stable operating temperature.
*Direct ignition coils, dual-electrode spark plugs and high-output magneto deliver extremely accurate, reliable firing.
*AC generator behind cylinder block produces a narrow engine with excellent cornering clearance.
click here to view 2007 YZF R1’s innovations
source: yamaha and businessweek
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I have been racing since i was a kid ,my racing /tuning career started in 1989,i have been the best tuner award in a international event in the raid - de -himalayas 2007.my heart ,my brain,my bones,my blood only says one word Y A M A H A.Regardsdinesh

DATE: 26-May-2008

The podium was awash with blue yesterday as Yamaha’s Jemma Wilson and Brooke Thiemann stood one, two at the opening round of the Queensland Women’s Natural Terrain Championships.

With an unavoidable date clash with the Australian Women’s Motocross Championships, the girls opted to stay in the Sunshine State to fight it out for their Championship.

The Honda Thunder X Series rumbled in to Mount Perry yesterday, 4 hours north west of Brisbane. The track taped out on watered virgin fields had racers testing their skills in and out of gullies, down fast straits and winding through the trees. This is natural terrain motocross. No jumps found here.

Defending champion Jemma Wilson from the QLD Yamaha Enduro Team rode the wheels of her Caboolture Motorcycles WR250F claiming three straight wins from three starts, showing good reason why she won the motocross stage at the A4DE.

“I am wrapped with the win. I was second in to the first turn behind Brooke in each moto. She was a gun today on the starts. The WR250F handled great, with the enduro suspension working a treat as (the track) got more and more rough”.

Wilson beamed in reflection. Wilson did not have it all her own way, as you would expect her main competition came from another blue bike in the form of fellow QLD Yamaha Girl’s MX Team rider Brooke Thiemann.

Thiemann launched her City Yamaha YZ250F in to the hole shot in all three moto’s, but could not quite match Wilson’s speed. Thiemann however kept her firm in her sights to take two seconds and a third after a soil test when a tricky little tree root caught the better of her.

“I am wrapped with my result, my YZ250F was fast and handled the track great. My speed is definitely improving & my fitness is definitely showing an increase as I was really able to push hard to the end of the races today”. Thiemann commented.

Fellow QLD Yamaha Girl’s MX Team rider Tamara Gray missed her chance on the weekend to improve her standing’s at the Australian Women’s Motocross Championship due to a mending broken wrist.

Next up, Jemma and Brooke will head to Horne’s Property on June 22 to contest the second round of the series.

2008 QLD Women’s Natural Terrain Championships
Round One Results
1st Jemma Wilson YAMAHA 75 points
2nd Brooke Thiemann YAMAHA 64 points
3rd Prue Maeyke 58 points

Jamie on top at Winton test… as records and riders tumble

8-05-08

Yamaha Racing Team rider Jamie Stauffer topped the timesheet at the end of the two-day ASC factory teams’ test session at Victoria’s Winton Raceway on May 5-6 – but had to pick himself up off the slippery Winton track surface to do so.

Stauffer was one of a number of riders to fall victim to the technical Winton circuit in the cool weather, with YRT teammate – and brother – Dan, Teknic Honda rider Jason O’Halloran and Sunstate racing rider Judd Greedy also having step-offs.

Stauffer’s fastest lap of 1:22.0 was a tenth of a second under his own Superbike lap record, an impressive time given it was set on old rubber in conditions that were far from ideal.

“The front tucked at tank corner and I was down,” said Stauffer. “It was a low-speed fall, there was no damage, and I was able to ride the bike back to the pits.”

Championship leader Glenn Allerton was second fastest on his Teknic Honda CBR1000RR, also under Stauffer’s lap record, with Day One pace-setter Dan Stauffer third on the combined timesheet.
The elder Stauffer crashed on Day One when he ground his YZF-R1’s fairing in one of the slow rights.

“We’ve had to raise the bike to give it more clearance,” said YRT manager Kev Marshall. “The lean angles here are impressive.”
All four factory-backed Superbike teams were limited in their testing by a shortage of new rubber, the next shipment of Dunlop race slicks still a day or two away.

“We’re even using some used tyres from 2007,” added Marshall.
Jeremy Crowe was quickest in Supersport on his Dunlop-shod Yamaha Racing Team YZF-R6, his 1:23.9 just one tenth clear of the Pirelli-shod Teknic Honda CBR600RR of Wayne Maxwell.

Intermittent rain showers throughout Day One limited on-track activity on the Monday. Although the showers were generally light and brief, the cool conditions didn’t allow the track to dry sufficiently for meaningful lap times to be recorded.

A further complication on Day Two surfaced early afternoon when water began seeping past some of the sealant patches and through cracks in the track surface. Worst affected was the left-hand sweeper (Turn Four), with water running across the racing line.

Another seepage patch caught out Greedy, who crashed spectacularly two thirds of the way along the side after exiting Turn Nine. Greedy was battered and bruised in the get-off with a sore back and elbow the main damage. He was fortunate to escape major injury.

O’Halloran was another of the crashers, losing the front-end at the change of direction after exiting the sweeper. Suspected ligament damage to his knee will now mean a race against time to be fully fit for the upcoming round.

Absent from the two-day test session were Kawasaki Racing Team riders Shannon Johnson and Scott Charlton, both nursing injuries from recent training accidents. Charlton fractured his scaphoid in a heavy-landing jet-ski incident on Anzac Day, with Johnson damaging his shoulder ligaments in a pushbike crash on Friday, May 2 when he was forced off the road by an inattentive driver.

Recalled from retirement to fill the vacant ZX-10R saddle(s) at the Winton test was ex-TKA rider Damon Buckmaster. Buckmaster’s last race was for Attack Kawasaki in the US in September 2006. His last race at Winton was back in 1998.

“It’s taking a while to get up to speed,” said 35-year-old Buckmaster. “I really need to get some track time, so losing most of Monday because of the weather was frustrating. I’ve been out of racing for 19 months – just doing some enduro riding.”

Present at the test but not riding was Yamaha Racing Team rider Bryan Staring, the 20-year-old nursing the scars of his recent high-speed Mallala get-off.

“My right wrist turned out to be okay – just some skin missing,” said Staring. “However, my left wrist was dislocated and there’s some damage to the ligaments and scaphoid. It looks like I’ll need an operation to wire things back together. I’m seeing one of Melbourne’s top hand surgeons this Friday (May 9) to get a second opinion.”

Yamaha Racing Team riders Jamie and Dan Stauffer worked primarily on bike set-up and suspension, as did the Teknic Honda duo of championship leader Glenn Allerton and Jason O’Halloran.
“We’ve done some more development on the bike since Mallala and it’s got more power, so I’ve been working on the rear set-up to improve drive out of the turns,” said Allerton. “I spent most of Tuesday afternoon working on the one corner.”

KRT boss Dave ‘Radar’ Cullen concentrated his efforts on fine-tuning the ZX-10R’s ‘anti-spike’ engine management system, as well as taming the ZX-10R’s power delivery to make it easier for new recruit Buckmaster to ride on the tight Winton layout.

Team Joe Rocket Suzuki riders Shawn Giles and Craig Coxhell were further down the timesheet than expected as they too searched for drive off the turns, and confidence in the front-end.
2007 Superbike runner-up Coxhell has struggled with ‘feel’ from the front-end of his TJRS GSX-R1000 so far in 2008.

“It’s a new multi-compound front tyre this year, and I’ve struggled to get confidence in it,” said Coxhell. “It’s the same tyre as everyone else is using, so it’s a matter of dialling in the front-end to suit.

“There have been new lap records at every track we’ve visited so far in 2008 (Phillip Island, Eastern Creek and Mallala), so there’s nothing wrong with the tyre. I did some good times Monday morning before the weather closed in, so I’m looking forward to Winton in a few weeks to get my championship back on track.”

Round three of the Australian Superbike Championship at Winton Raceway is on May 30-June 1.

WINTON ASC TEST, May 5-6, 2008

SUPERBIKE
Jamie Stauffer, Yamaha 1:22.0
Glenn Allerton, Honda 1:22.1
Dan Stauffer, Yamaha 1:22.2
Jason O’Halloran, Honda 1:22.3
Shawn Giles, Suzuki 1:22.7
Robbie Bugden, Suzuki 1:22.8
Craig Coxhell, Suzuki 1:22.8
Zac Davies, Yamaha 1:23.9
Chris Trounson, Honda 1:24.5
Damon Buckmaster, Kawa 1:25.9
Trent Gibson, Suzuki 1:26.9
Superbike Lap Record: Jamie Stauffer, 1:22.119 (2007)

SUPERSPORT
Jeremy Crowe, Yamaha 1:23.9
Wayne Maxwell, Honda 1:24.0
Josh Waters, Suzuki 1:24.2
Jamie Stauffer, Yamaha 1:24.4
Judd Greedy, Honda 1:24.9
Cole Odendaal, Honda 1:25.8
Ian Andrews, Suzuki 1:26.3
Shaun Geronimi, Kawasaki 1:26.5
Ben Attard, Yamaha No tim

e*
* Only attended Monday test

Supersport Lap Record: Jason O’Halloran 1:23.465 (2007)

Yamaha Racing Team - 2008 YZF-R1

Engine Type: Liquid cooled, 4-stroke DOHC, 4-valve, Forward-inclined parallel 4-cylinder Displacement: 998cc Bore Stroke: 77.0 x 53.6 mm. Compression: 12.7:1+ Lubrication: Wet sump, Bel Ray oils Race Modifications: YEC camshafts and valve springs, with other modifications as allowed by GCR’s Fuel Management: Electronic fuel injection Exhaust System: Akrapovic Starter: Electric Fuel Tank: 18 lt Oil Capacity: 3.83 lt Transmission: Standard constant mesh, 6-speed Final Transmission: Chain drive – DID Chain Ignition: YEC ECU and Power Commander

Chassis Frame: Standard - Aluminium die-cast Deltabox Length: 2060 mm Width: 720 mm Height: 1110 mm Seat Height: 835 mm Wheelbase: 1415 mm Clearance: 135 mm Dry Weight: 165kg + Wheels: Standard Front Suspension: 43 mm Telescopic forks, 120mm travel, Ohlins internals- cartridges and springs Front Tyre: Dunlop Slicks Front Brake: Standard caliper & disc with OE and Goodridge pads according to the rider’s preference and track conditions, Goodridge steel braided brake line with Bel Ray racing brake fluid Rear Suspension: Swingarm, 130 mm travel, Ohlins shock absorber Rear Tyre: Dunlop Slicks Rear Brake: 220 mm Single disc, Standard caliper, disk, pads and brake line Sprockets: GYTR Bodywork: Racers Edge Controls: Standard handle bars, clutch and brake leavers; Valter Moto rear sets

Yamaha to introduce forged piston in India
March 18, 2008
Keeping up with new technology and constantly bringing it to the next level, Yamaha Motor India is set to introduce forged piston which enables lighter piston design and excellent power development, in the Indian market. The forged piston is used on the new 150cc YZF-R15, which was unveiled at Auto Expo 2008, as the first on an Indian market model and a feature that reduces the reciprocating mass of the piston by approximately 20%.
Introduced in 1997, Yamaha “controlled forging technology” has been used successfully for over a decade for the mass production of forged aluminum pistons because it utilizes a system of precise control of the piece temperature, mold temperature and the forging force. Yamaha’s controlled forging technology tightly controls the forging conditions, including (1) the initial heating of the work piece, (2) controlling the temperature of the mold so that it keeps the work piece in the ideal 400 to 500 ℃ range (3) applying just the right amount of pressure to the mold in the forging process and many more factors.
According to Mr. Sanjay Tripathi, Head of Dept- Product Planning & Strategy, “Pistons for car and motorcycle engines are usually cast by pouring molten aluminum alloy into a mold. The other type of piston is the forged piston, with which the alloy is not melted but heated to the point where it can be forged into a mold under pressure. Since the aluminum is not melted in the forging process, it retains a stronger metallurgic quality. This makes possible a thinner, and thus lighter, piston that has less reciprocating mass and also contributes to weight reduction. The result is better revving and lesser engine vibrations”.
“However, there are exacting requirements involved in manufacturing a complex shaped piston and difficulties in maintaining precise temperature in the "forging" process. Due to which such pistons are expensive to produce. But Yamaha’s "controlled forging technology" enables production of the forged pistons at a lower cost”, he adds further.
The forged pistons made with Yamaha “controlled forging technology” have excellent strength characteristics that enable the design of a thinner, lighter piston with smaller reciprocating mass achieve higher rpm and performance as well as providing the greater reliability of the higher strength aluminum. For this reason they are used in YZF-R15 and many Yamaha motorcycles.

Yamaha introduces Alba with Electric Start
May 05, 2008 India Yamaha Motor Pvt. Ltd. has announced the launch of all new Yamaha Alba106 cc with electric start and stylish and trendy graphics, thus offering robustness and solidity to its existing product range.
The unique design of Yamaha Alba 106 blends youthful style and modernism with thoughtful decency. Giving it a sturdy, macho image are the new aerodynamic cowl, well sculptured tank, well-built side and rear panel. While the exciting graphics with the smooth flowing design give the bike its stylish, super cool looks.
Since the bike has been designed for daily commuting, special emphasis has been given on shaping it for the maximum comfort of the rider. That is why, Yamaha Alba 106 boasts of broad seat for comfortable riding of the pillion rider too. The ideal ergonomics of seat, handlebar, and knee recess on the petrol tank are all designed for comfortable riding by giving the right posture to the rider.
Keeping the Indian driving conditions in consideration, Alba 106 has perfectly spaced gear ratio for driving in congested conditions without changing gears repeatedly.
At the heart of the machine is the Yamaha’s ever reliable 106cc engine, which gives good combination of low end torque and mileage leading to less strain on the engine and therefore longer life. Other features include the innovatively designed indicators and tail light and easy to read instrument consol including fuel meter.
“The launch of new Alba with electric start is in line with Yamaha’s true commitment to provide world class products to its customers. A lot of emphasis has been laid on shaping Alba for maximum comfort of the rider and its premium features will give consumers a new thrill in biking pleasure. Alba delivers comfort, style and solidity, which will make it the right choice for the discerning customers” said Mr. Takahiro Maeda Chief Sales and Marketing Officer, Executive Vice President.
The Yamaha Alba 106, billed as the family bike comes in two colours - Deep Red Metallic K and Yamaha Black at Rs. 37,500 (Ex-showroom-All India).
Alba 106 is a low maintenance bike with high fuel efficiency that enhances its value-for-money appeal manifold.
About India Yamaha Motor Pvt. Ltd.
Yamaha made its initial foray into India in 1985. Subsequently, it entered into a 50:50 joint venture with the Escorts Group in 1996. However, in August 2001, Yamaha acquired its remaining stake becoming a 100% subsidiary of Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd, Japan (YMC). In 2008, YMC entered into an agreement with Mitsui & Co., Ltd. to become a joint investor in the motorcycle manufacturing company “India Yamaha Motor Private Limited (IYM)”.
IYM operates from its state-of-the-art-manufacturing units at Surajpur in Uttar Pradesh and Faridabad in Haryana and produces motorcycles both for domestic and export markets. With a strong workforce of more than 2000 employees, IYM is highly customer-driven and has a countrywide network of over 400 dealers. Presently, its product portfolio includes Gladiator Type SS & RS (125 cc), YZF-R1 (998 cc) and MT01 (1670 cc), Crux (106 cc), Alba (106 cc), G5 (106 cc). IYM is also planning to launch 150 cc liquid-cooled YZF-R15 and 150cc air-cooled FZ in 2008.

Yamaha introduces trendy G5 with Electric Start
May 13, 2008 India Yamaha Motor Pvt. Ltd. has announced the launch of the all new Yamaha G5 106 cc with electric start which adds to its Sharp yet classy looks with modern fit and finish. The earlier G5 was highly appreciated by the customers as the sporty, stylish yet comfortable as commuter. The new G5 also promises an experience which speeds up the rider into the next level of biking with an electric start engine.
G5 is very trendy with vibrant colors and techno graphics. Adding style to G5’s strength is its super cool features, including the innovatively designed indicators and easy to read instrument consol and Sleek stylish aerodynamic cowling.
Since the bike has been designed for daily commuting, special emphasis has been given on shaping it for the maximum comfort of the rider. Ride posture and comfort is good, with considerable support being offered by the broad seat squab. Keeping the Indian driving conditions in consideration, the adjustable shockers make the riding more comfortable.
Delighted at the launch of G5, Mr. Takahiro Maeda, Chief Sales and Marketing Officer, Executive Vice President, said “We plan to continue gearing up our existing product line and marketing initiatives. The Yamaha G5 with Electric Start is an ideal combination of Style and Design, Mileage and Reliability. We are paying attention at the customer who always looks for more; the new G5 is the product which is equipped with Electric start as a convenient feature which most of the 100 cc Bike does not have. With this launch, we are ready to extend our products and services.”
The G5 will be available nationally through the company's existing wide network of dealers, in addition to the company’s owned Bike Station. The G5 will be offered in 2 colors including Deep Red Metallic K and Yamaha Black. Targeted at young biking enthusiasts, the new G5 is priced at Rs.39,380 (Ex-showroom-All India).
G5 is a machine engraved with attitude, built on durability and on excellent performance. So ride on and define new trends wherever you go.
About India Yamaha Motor Pvt. Ltd.
Yamaha made its initial foray into India in 1985. Subsequently, it entered into a 50:50 joint venture with the Escorts Group in 1996. However, in August 2001, Yamaha acquired its remaining stake becoming a 100% subsidiary of Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd, Japan (YMC). In 2008, YMC entered into an agreement with Mitsui & Co., Ltd. to become a joint investor in the motorcycle manufacturing company “India Yamaha Motor Private Limited (IYM)”.
IYM operates from its state-of-the-art-manufacturing units at Surajpur in Uttar Pradesh and Faridabad in Haryana and produces motorcycles both for domestic and export markets. With a strong workforce of more than 2000 employees, IYM is highly customer-driven and has a countrywide network of over 400 dealers. Presently, its product portfolio includes Gladiator Type SS & RS (125 cc), YZF-R1 (998 cc) and MT01 (1670 cc), Crux (106 cc), Alba (106 cc), G5 (106 cc). IYM is also planning to launch 150 cc liquid-cooled YZF-R15 and 150cc air-cooled FZ in 2008.

Yamaha challengers get ready for 2008 racing season
New Delhi, March 11, 2008 Vying for the 2008 titles at the top level of international racing, Yamaha Teams and riders are all set to meet the challenge and compete for unquenchable love of the sport.
In the MotoGP, there are two Yamaha teams competing for the title with two riders each, just like last year. The Yamaha factory team is the Fiat Yamaha Team and its two riders this year are Valentino Rossi, who has changed to Bridgestone tires in his bid to regain his MotoGP championship title, and Jorge Lorenzo, 2-time winner of the 250cc World GP title who joins the team for the first time this season. The Yamaha's riders would be racing with YZR-M1, the bike that had won Rossi's number of championships.
Yamaha is looking at refining the motorcycling culture in India by bringing in technologically advanced YZF-R15 (150cc, Liquid-cooled) and FZ (150cc, Air-cooled) which demonstrates the global Yamaha image and lives up to the true Yamaha DNA.
Yamaha is also supporting the Tech 3 Yamaha team with its two new riders for 2008. One is Colin Edwards, and his teammate is last year's WSB champion, James Toseland, was also the youngest-ever World Superbike champion in 2004. Edwards is also a former WSB champion, who means that all four of this year's Yamaha MotoGP riders are true champions in name and fact and you can be sure they will bring us plenty of exciting racing this year.
In the World Motocross Championships that kicks off in April, the Yamaha Motocross Team will be competing for the title. Its riders in MX1 are Josh Coppins, who lost what looked to be a sure championship title last season due to injury, and the fast-rising David Philippaerts, who newly joins the team after finishing last season ranked sixth.
According to Mr. Tsutomu Mabuchi, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, "Racing has been in the heart of Yamaha ever since the company was formed in 1955. Yamaha has set a number of milestones in the racing world, becoming the first Japanese manufacturer to win a 500cc Grand Prix (with Jarno Saarinen in 1973) and the first Japanese Company to win the 500 cc world title with Giacomo Agostini in 1975. Many legends of racing like Kenny Roberts and Wayne Rainey have won three 500cc world titles with Yamaha, while Italy's Valentino Rossi has taken back-to-back wins in the last two MotoGP championships. After pioneering a generation of two-stroke racers, Yamaha turned its attention to creating the four-stroke off-road engines using which Stefan Everts dominated world championship motocross, winning six titles between 2001 and 2006".
Yamaha teams are also competing in the World Superbike (WSB) championship, World Supersport (WSS) championship and the AMA Supercross championship and Motocross championships

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YAMAHA LAUNCHING INDIA'S FIRST SPORTS BIKE
I recall during 80's riding in Rx100 was a great passion for all bike lovers. Yamaha name was become a house hold name in most of the house in India because of one only Rx100. All young boys loved that bike and its melodious sound. But later Yamaha was not able imprint the same passion with another model though the reputation of Yamaha was highest among bike lovers who admire the sexy style and performance of YAMAHA R1 and YAMAHA R6 yet another catchy name associated with Yamaha was the legendary Valentino Rossi.
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